Sodium Valproate (APX) TM
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Active ingredients: valproate
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APX-Sodium Valproate 200 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Epilepsy. Primary generalised epilepsy (petit mal absences, various forms of myoclonic epilepsy and tonic-clonic grand mal seizures). Partial (focal) epilepsy either alone or as adjuvant therapy.. Mania. For the treatment of mania where other therapy has proved inadequate or is inappropriate.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Round, purple, coated, biconvex tablet, approximately 9.7 mm in diameter
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
